Dera C.
Senior Sales and Business Development Manager
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Dera C. is a seasoned professional in Sales, Business Development, and Retail Operations with a decade of experience encompassing industries like retail, hospitality, real estate, furniture, consumer electronics, and customer service. At Slot Systems Limited, he excelled as a Senior Sales Executive, surpassing monthly targets while enhancing customer satisfaction. During his tenure at Leather World, he thrived as a Business Manager, driving showroom operations and fostering relationships with key stakeholders such as architects and interior designers. As a Business Development Executive at Lights & Finishings Envogue, he was instrumental in identifying business opportunities and managing client relationships to promote lighting and furniture solutions. In past roles at Rorex Homes Realty and Maceagis Nigeria Limited, Dera developed and executed sales and marketing strategies, ensuring remarkable growth and effective team leadership. His academic background in History & Diplomatic Studies from the University of Port Harcourt complements his robust professional portfolio.
Experience
Senior Sales Executive
Slot Systems Limited · 2025 — 2026Established and nurtured relationships with walk-in and corporate customers to foster repeat business. Assessed customer requirements to offer tailored product recommendations. Achieved monthly sales and revenue goals. Supported daily operations in the showroom, ensuring effective product displays. Oversaw sales activities, aiding team members in reaching performance objectives. Addressed customer complaints promptly to maintain high satisfaction levels.Business Manager / Showroom Supervisor
Leather World (Furniture, Accessories & Interior Décor) · 2023 — 2024Directed the daily operations of the showroom, ensuring seamless business activities. Supervised sales staff while monitoring the performance of the entire team. Guided customer interactions from inquiry to purchase. Formulated strategies to enhance showroom traffic and maximize sales opportunities. Fostered relationships with architects, interior designers, contractors, and individual clients. Ensured product displays met company visual merchandising standards. Negotiated pricing and prepared quotations for clients. Maintained a strong focus on customer satisfaction.Business Development Executive / Sales Executive
Lights & Finishings Envogue (Lighting, Sanitary Ware & Furniture Showroom) · 2022 — 2023Sought new business opportunities while generating qualified sales leads. Cultivated and maintained relationships with both new and existing clients. Marketed lighting, sanitary ware, and furniture solutions to residential and commercial customers. Handled contract negotiations and successfully closed sales opportunities. Created strategies focused on enhancing customer acquisition and boosting revenue.Head of Sales & Marketing
Rorex Homes Realty · 2021 — 2022Supervised the sales and marketing team. Developed and implemented sales strategies aimed at increasing property sales. Analyzed market trends along with customer behavior. Managed client relationships and coordinated property inspections. Assisted in marketing campaigns designed to elevate brand visibility.Front Desk Officer / Customer Service Representative
Maceagis Nigeria Limited · 2019 — 2020Served as the initial point of contact for visitors and clients. Handled incoming calls, correspondence, and office inquiries. Coordinated mail services. Provided administrative support to the management team.Customer Success Executive
Tasieobi Global Foundation · 2015 — PresentAddressed customer inquiries and resolved complaints effectively. Focused on timely resolution of customer issues while maintaining positive relationships. Followed up on customer requests for satisfactory outcomes.Supervisor/Customer Services
Descanso Hotel, Restaurant, Bar & Lounge · 2014 — PresentOversaw daily operations within the establishment. Coordinated team activities to ensure efficient service. Supported marketing efforts to enhance customer patronage. Assisted in launching promotional campaigns to boost engagement. Committed to ensuring an exceptional customer experience.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – History & Diplomatic StudiesUniversity of Port Harcourt
- Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)Intellectual Giant Christian Academy, Abia State
- First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)Living World Academy, Abia State
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